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Madison Vain / Esquire:
Ashton Kutcher Has Been Through It  —  He's survived tabloid scrutiny, his own “asshole” behavior, and, more recently, a harrowing medical scare.  Now the actor-turned-investor— rich, happy at home—is making his return to Hollywood.  And he's just as driven as ever.  —  Ashton Kutcher is in pain.
Julia Jacobs / New York Times:
Charges Accusing Alec Baldwin in ‘Rust’ Killing Are Filed in New Mexico  —  The film's star, Mr. Baldwin, and its armorer were accused of involuntary manslaughter after its cinematographer was slain by a gun on set that was loaded with a live round.  —  The actor Alec Baldwin and the armorer on the film …
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Chris McKee / KRQE-TV:
Alec Baldwin & film staff formally charged in ‘Rust’ shooting  —  SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) - The Santa Fe District Attorney has filed formal charges against actor Alec Baldwin and film armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed for the fatal shooting on the set of the film “Rust.”
Vanessa Etienne / People.com:
Blake Moynes Hospitalized After Undergoing Surgery for ‘Really Bad’ Infection, His Mother Reveals  —  The Bachelorette alum is hospitalized in South Africa, where he is expected to make a full recovery following a severe infection  —  Blake Moynes is recovering after undergoing surgery following a …
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Dave Quinn / People.com:
Luann de Lesseps Confirms ‘RHONY: Legacy’ Plans Have ‘Stalled’ — but ‘Never Say Never’ on a Return  —  “I always said, ‘Never count out the Countess,’ but in this case it's, ‘Never count out the New York City Housewives,’ ” Luann de Lesseps exclusively tells PEOPLE
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Joe Otterson / Variety:
‘Superman & Lois’ Has ‘One or Two More Seasons Left,’ New DC Studios Heads Say … “Superman & Lois” is expected to continue for “one to two more seasons” according to DC Studios heads James Gunn and Peter Safran.  —  The future of the CW series was revealed by the pair at a press event …
Craig Loper / WAVY-TV:
Coaches fired after 22-year-old assistant girls basketball coach impersonates 13-year-old JV player  —  PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) - Arlisha Boykins, a 22-year-old former assistant coach on the Churchland JV girls basketball team in Portsmouth, impersonated a 13-year-old player who played for the Truckers.
Variety:
Andrea Riseborough Will Retain Oscar Nomination, but Social Media Offenders Will be Addressed by Film Academy … “Based on concerns that surfaced last week around the ‘To Leslie’ awards campaign, the Academy began a review into the film's campaigning tactics.
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TMZ.com:
Jason Derulo Breaks Foot Ahead of Super Bowl Performance, Walking with Cane  —  Jason Derulo is facing a new challenge ahead of his big Super Bowl performance — no, not a TikTok challenge ... he recently suffered a nasty injury and now he's walking on a cane.
Ross McCammon / Men's Health:
Paul Rudd's Real Superpower  —  A lunch with the 53-year-old star of ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania’ changed one writer's perspective on aging, happiness, and purpose.  —  “AND THEY ALL COME WITH A SIDE OF FLEET FOXES.”  —  That was Paul Rudd's first joke, and it came about 30 seconds …
People.com:
Jinger Duggar Says She Hasn't Seen ‘True Change’ in Brother Josh Duggar: ‘I Just Pray for the Victims’  —  In a new interview, Jinger Duggar said it's been “years” since she has spoken to her older brother Josh, who was sentenced to more than 12 years in prison for child pornography charges in May
Kelsie Gibson / People.com:
Everything to Know About the Jonas Brothers' ‘The Album’  —  The Jonas Brothers are releasing their anticipated sixth album later this year  —  The Jonas Brothers have new music on the way!  —  During their Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony on Jan. 30, Kevin, Joe and Nick announced …
Julie Jordan / People.com:
Kerry Washington Is Set to Release New Memoir: ‘I Hope Readers Will Receive It with Open Hearts’  —  Kerry Washington is ready to tell her story.  —  The actress, director, producer and activist, 45, has written a new book Thicker Than Water, which will be released on Sept. 26, PEOPLE can exclusively confirm.
Anthony D'Alessandro / Deadline:
‘Batgirl’ “Was Not Releasable” Says DC Co-Chief Peter Safran, But Studio Would Like To Be Back In Business With Pic's Directors  —  DC Co-Chairmen and CEOs Peter Safran and James Gunn were asked to post-mortem the Batgirl axing situation yesterday at their slate unveiling for the comic book studio.
Charmaine Patterson / People.com:
Adam Levine and Behati Prinsloo ‘Doing Great’ After Focusing on Family Ahead of New Baby's Arrival  —  “After the drama in the fall, Adam has really tried to just focus on his family,” a source tells PEOPLE of Adam Levine after he and his wife Behati Prinsloo welcomed their third baby together
Anna Lazarus Caplan / People.com:
Bruno the Cat Finds New Owners After Previous Family Returned Pet for Being ‘Too Affectionate’  —  Bruno's affectionate head-butting, distracting bedtime cuddling, and frequent “zoomies” made him the wrong fit for his last family, but this cat's tale has a happy ending
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Kaitlin Simpson / Us Weekly:
Josh Duhamel Defends Former Costar Katherine Heigl From ‘Bad Rap’ Narrative: 'She's Awesome'  —  Coming to her defense.  Josh Duhamel had nothing but positive things to say about working with Katherine Heigl.  —  “Katie Heigl gets a bad rap, but she's awesome.” the Shotgun Wedding actor …
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Stephanie Wenger / People.com:
Matt Lauer and Shamin Abas Are ‘Serious About Each Other’ as Couple Steps Out for Rare Date Night: Source  —  “They try and stay out of the spotlight but are happy together and not interested in a high-profile life,” a source tells PEOPLE of former Today anchor Matt Lauer and girlfriend Shamin Abas
TMZ.com:
Lil Jon Threatens Live Nation Lawsuit Over ‘Lovers & Friends’ Festival  —  LIL JON Live Nation's Screwing Me WITH ‘LOVERS & FRIENDS’ FESTIVAL!!! … Lil Jon isn't feeling love or friendship from Live Nation, which he claims is using his song title, “Lovers & Friends,” for a festival he's not even playing …
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Jack Irvin / People.com:
Justin Bieber, BTS, Billie Eilish and More Musicians Revealed as 2023 Kids' Choice Award Nominees  —  PEOPLE can exclusively announce the Kids' Choice Award nominees for favorite female artist, favorite male artist and favorite music group  —  Nickelodeon's Kids' Choice Awards 2023 is right around the corner!
 
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Alexandra Bruell / Wall Street Journal:
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